Job Title: CNC Miller – Programmer (Heidenhain Controls)
Location: Birkenhead
Shift: Various shifts available
Salary: OTE £50,000 – £65,000
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced CNC Miller Programmer to join a precision engineering team specialising in aerospace components. You’ll be working on 4 and 5-axis CNC milling machines with Heidenhain controls, programming and producing high-quality, precision components to tight tolerances. The role involves creating, editing, and optimising programs, including speeds and feeds, for a range of materials.
Key Responsibilities
⦁ Program, set, and operate 4 & 5-axis CNC milling machines
⦁ Create and edit programs using Heidenhain controls
⦁ Produce high-precision aerospace components to strict tolerances
⦁ Calculate and optimise speeds and feeds for different materials and cutting conditions
⦁ Maintain quality and accuracy throughout the machining process
⦁ Work collaboratively with the team to meet production schedules
⦁ Follow health, safety, and operational procedures at all times
Skills & Experience Required
⦁ Proven experience as a CNC Miller Programmer
⦁ Strong experience with Heidenhain controls
⦁ Experience on 4 & 5-axis milling machines
⦁ Aerospace machining experience is a strong advantage
⦁ Strong understanding of precision measurement, tolerances, and quality standards
⦁ Confident calculating and applying speeds and feeds
⦁ Proactive and reliable team player
Benefits
⦁ OTE £50,000 – £65,000 depending on shift and experience
⦁ Overtime paid at x1.5
⦁ 25 days holiday + statutory bank holidays
⦁ Death in service cover x2 annual salary
⦁ £500,000 invested in new machinery last year
⦁ Great working environment with a skilled and supportive team
What Next?
If you have the experience and this sounds like the right fit, site visits are encouraged so you can meet the team and see the workshop first-hand.
Contact: Antony Brunn on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to arrange a visit or for more information.
Immediate starts available!
About Us:
WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in-demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Precision & Advanced Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Machining Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions.
Our Specialist Consultants have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer the best advice on your next step. We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help.
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